Other specs on the lens should be interesting. Should be interesting to see if Pentax would be able to improve upon something such as the Sigma 24-70 (constant aperture) f2.8; in areas such as optics, general size of lens, weight, and the massive 82mm front filter.

I've found the same issue in properly mounting the camera to the scope.

It's almost as if "they" want us to purchase the more expensive adapter and then also a Pentax scope.

Manfrotto sells metal clamps and adapters that work with most setups. If that does not quite work, also browse through studio lighting adapters, still ensuring that they are also metal. Even multi platform adapters that would typically be used for two cameras, even c-clamps.

Why metal? Anything outside of metal and/or carbon fiber simply risks breakage, of camera and/or scope.

IF one is lucky enough to find one new; one of the best (currently being sold?) PK full-frame lenses is the: Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 IF EX DG HSM. The constant (through the zoom range) aperture only takes second to the optics of the lens. Optically one of the best lenses ever in PK.

Unfortunately the price for that, literally the price - other lenses with exact of similar focal lengths can easily be found for less. Plus when one wants optics that good; the Sigma is built like a tank, quite a heavy lens for it's size, and has a rather large 82mm front filter size.

Most places are not posting it as available as new anymore, just another in the Sigma PK that went by the wayside, probably much like the Bigma.

Who here might be interested in starting an online petition to perhaps get the attention of Sigma, into offering more in PK. After all, there are TEN++ other full-frame offerings from Sigma released in other camera mounts such as Canon, that aren't available in PK

Except that... This was by Pentax reps. The same Pentax display area where the Pentax full-frame body was seen by the general public, but under glass. During that time at least two dozen people were permitted hand inspection of the item.

I'm sure there is a 3d printed representation already out there somewhere, but... At that trade show (and by Pentax reps) it was an actual Pentax full-frame prototype, not the 3d printed model. Everything about the camera was real except that it did not have the sensor.


Also, let's assume the release date for the Pentax full-frame body is between February 25th (as I've already clearly stated MONTHS ago) or perhaps even as far as what is being stated as Spring 2015 - so let's give them March 25th... Then further along the line prototypes do already exist, perhaps with a much different sensor to be easily switched out until the final prototype appears.

When it does come time that the three month out barrier is reached... I assure we'll be reading an official spec sheet about it from Pentax, it will also be a not much different body style from the exact prototype as already witnessed - sure everything is subject to change.

Might I also add in... Take a guess where the Pentax full-frame will be being built at? Also, no matter which sensor is used, the "assembly line" (for lack of a better terminology) will also show as being ramped up for the initial Pentax full-frame release.

Also interesting that, it would be beyond assumption that... B&H should have an exact release date and specs on the camera rather soon

I'd be willing to bet Bitcoin on it. But do they (Pentax) mean the literal definition of spring, as in March to May in the Northern Hemisphere?

I'll be darned, something I haven't yet seen for a Pentax or used with one.

Wondering if anyone has ever seen or used a type of "battery relocator" for the Pentax K3's ?

Basically think of it as a type of power cord that would enable the battery to be kept in a pocket or detached from the camera while still powering it.

It's not being fooled by the images. DOZENS of people have already personally handled it at a type of trade show in North america many months ago, earlier this year. As somewhat selectively shown (by lighting) and also inferred by these released photographs, but more so as witnessed by those dozens of people... The lenses did come on and off the prototype Pentax full-frame body. There was a full mirror box assembly located within, one could also see into where the sensor should have been located. The dials and levels on the camera were as functional as a non battery version basically almost completely similar to an existing Pentax K3, but without the color correcting flash.

There are much better images of this prototype camera already out there from most every angle one could possibly imagine.

Such as: Base of camera showing tripod connection, battery lid (fully functional), including but not fully showing some of the connections for what appears to be a different battery grip.


As I've clearly stated well before this announcement came out. The world will not see a sales floor ready model Pentax full-frame camera body until at least February 25th next year. At that exact time everyone will have already been shown each and every spec for the camera body. As for the EXACT release date, it would also depend upon which sensor they elect to use.

As for sensor... Sure I've heard the statements (actually literally nothing more than rumors) that a Sony full-frame sensor will be used. IF Pentax remains on that path, the price point would be quite reasonable. But also noting more recent developments in sensor technology... That Pentax could very well be considering a 50+ mp sensor, much like what is out for (presently) at least two Canon model full-frame cameras, and also quite similar to what will soon be released Nikon flagship models.

Just remember, it could be worse.

Remember that, one of the kit lens offerings for the Pentax K-01 was the Pentax 40mm XS?

Sure it's incredibly small, compact, lightweight, and all. But if one would want to attach any type of a filter such as a circular polarizer - or better yet, a lens shade. It simply looks ridiculous with either.

On the flip side, I do like that Pentax offers most of their kit lenses with WR lenses, most but not all. It's unfortunate though that Pentax does not offer some of their better glass, such as the FA's, the DA*, or DA limiteds.

In comparison to kit lens offerings...

It will be interesting to see what kind of offering the Pentax full-frame will have besides the body only option, if the full-frame ever does come around to release. Compare that Pentax full-frame kit lens possibility to current ones offered by items such as... The Canon EOS 5ds R with the Canon 85mm f1.2

I frequently run across incredible deals on used camera bodies; everything from camera bodies that are one a few hundred -to ones (medium format) where the sensor alone is worth in excess of ten thousand.

The single largest item I come across is how the sensors are effected. I've seen more than a fair share that can only be cleaned professionally, some that are simply beyond repair. Still, it is typically worth a try, but...

Pentax has one of the best clean sensor functions on the market. Pentax is also far above average when it comes to mapping sensor issues. I've even found a few post processing items that help, particularly if they effected area is off center a bit.

It also depends upon the subject that one is photographing. Blue sky tends to showoff nearly any sensor defect, while most issues will go relatively unnoticed in most subjects.

Have both the gunmetal and silver editions of the original Pentax K3, but...

Just like someone mentioned earlier, it's purely cosmetic, not much else. Also if anyone (buyer included) would damage one of those cosmetic plates, Pentax tends to run out of replacement parts quite quickly for the non-regular edition cosmetic colors - and would most likely not be able to replace and/or match items such as the gunmetal panels.